Russia has strongly condemned Israel for what it calls “yet another political assassination” after the killing of a Lebanese citizen, Nasrallah. The Foreign Ministry of Russia issued a statement expressing concern over the action, which it believes will lead to further escalation and violence in Lebanon and the wider Middle East region.
The ministry pointed out that Israel should have been aware of the potential consequences of its actions but chose to proceed with the killing regardless. As a result, Russia holds Israel responsible for any further escalation that may occur as a result of this incident.
In light of the situation, Russia has called on Israel to cease its hostilities in Lebanon immediately in order to prevent a further deterioration of the situation in the region.
The condemnation from Russia highlights the growing tensions in the Middle East and the ongoing conflict in Lebanon. The killing of Nasrallah has raised concerns about the potential for further violence and instability in the region, with Russia urging for a de-escalation of the situation.
Al Jazeera’s Gabriel Elizondo is reporting live for the latest updates on the situation, as the international community watches closely to see how the events unfold in the coming days.
This latest incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragile nature of the political landscape in the Middle East and the need for continued diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation and violence in the region.
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